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Gota is not an island as it is not geographically separate from the peninsular land mass. please give tips on how to get there, recommend places to stay, what to do best (activities), ideal duration of stay, etc.

Gota is not an island as it is not geographically separate from the peninsular land mass. please give tips on how to get there, recommend places to stay, what to do best (activities), ideal duration of stay, etc.

i also agree

Gota is a beach, not an island. And it was a French TV series called “Koh Lanta” that was similar to “Survivor” that filmed an entire season there.
I have been there twice, and the place is truly amazing. It is not easy to get there, though. It was at least two hours by sea. The outrigger that takes you plies along the coast of the peninsula, and the water can be pretty rough. It takes even longer by land. The road zigzags through the mountains and has portions that are unpaved. There are no resorts, only small inns at the town center which is still a long tricycle ride away from the beaches.
It has great tourism potential, but developers must be careful not to pose too much of an impact on the environment.

Thank you guys for your comments. I stand corrected on my description of Gota.

I wish the government will get serious in putting in the infrastracture to make the place acessible to everyone.

Please share details how to get there and how much would be the approximate budget.

thanks.

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Caramoan is really a beauty.There are lots of beaches that you can explore. Not only gota beach or sabitan laya. There are more beautiful beaches far ahead and one of them is lahuy island. Experience the beautiful sunrise while sitting on the white beach of Oring (one of the barangay of caramoan)or even just sit on the sea wall and you can see one beauty of nature.Please dont forget to bring camera or video cam with you.From the darkness in the night turning the sky in red orangy color sky to the beauty of sunrise.I would say 2 to 3 days will not be enough for you to enjoy the Caramoan paradise.First aid kit and flashlight is a must to bring along with you. I can say this because i was born in Oring Caramoan Camarines Sur Phillippines.But i’m not there at the moment and i really miss back home.

I agree with you Leo. I wish the government will get serious in putting infrastractures to make the places accessible to everyone. But i do wish too that the government should consider Caramoanons who will be affected by the changes. Example if the government is planning to put a domestic airport, where is the best place in Caramoan?What will happen to the owner of the land who will be affected by this? What if thats the only piece of land that that person owns and the only source of income? Will the government be willing to pay enough for that person or family equally to move out from the place?

Caramoan is so serene and beautiful.If you are the type of traveler that wants to enjoy the gifts of mother nature and not the bar and pubs that we can visit in the metropolis,it is one of the best place to visit. You can find simple,affordable and comfy inns and restaurants/carinderia in the town center for you to stay and eat.Sabitan laya, matukad island, lahus island, manlawi are some of the islands that you have to visit. Its nice to start your island hopping and see the sunrise at the grotto at the Mt Caglago in brgy tabgon. The people of caramoan are very hospitable and friendly..Vice Mayor Cesar his wife Tita Lydia, Philip and their relatives and Manoy Sonny Sy thanks for all the help in making our stay in Caramoan enjoyable and memorable.

Caramoan/cam Sur Tour Packages 2009
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The One of the 1st Tour guiding Services in Caramoan since 1989
So much happened at Caramoan peninsula after the French Survivor reality series which was held at the said place last summer 2008..The hidden beautiful place which was hidden and only for backpackers destinations for a long time ago becomes now so popular to the world. The young, energetic,dynamic Hon.Gov. L-Ray Villafuerte developed Caramoan as prime Eco Tourism destination in Camarines Sur. He established world class resort in Gota which is now attracting a lot of tourist all over the world. He revolutionalized the Tourism by making Cam Sur as the number 1 tourist destination in Bikol. CWC(Camarines Sur Wakeboarding Center) as the number 1, Caramoan as the 2nd place and 3rd is the Donsol Whale Shark interaction as the 3rd place (according to Deparetment of Tourism data of influx of domestic and foreign tourist in the Bikol region. Anywhy,Caramoan peninsula still retained its adventure,backpacking and outdoor appeal because of the environmental
efforts of the Governor L-Ray Villafuerte to regulate, preserve and conserve the natural beauty of the place. It did not turn into Boracay type atmosphere which more of the conservationis and environmentalists concerns…Caramoan peninsula is still hidden, far and still unexplored and mysterious as it used to be.
Chronology of tourism in caramoan:
Before-So litle was known about Caramoan.It just a simple town in Camarines Sur.People are involved in trading/fishing/farming.The town was still influence with left leaning group.
1982-Fr.Felix Barela was assigned in Caramoan and he
the statue of Blessed Virgin Mary of peace which is situated at the top of Mt.Caglago,tabgon,Caramoan.It started as a pigrimage tour to caramoan of priests,nuns and believers who visited the shrine.After their religious tour to the grotto, Father Felix Barela sidetrip the guests to the beautiful islands.The blessed statue started the tourism in Caramoan.
1983-1998-local Mountaineers(us as a part of it),backpackers,campers and outdoor enthusiasts came in caramoan to explore,discover, hike and camp at the best islands,beaches, caves and mountains.
1983-2004-Former Governor and now Hon congressman of 2ND District of Camarines Sur-Luis R.Villafuerte promoted the caramoan extensively by promotional ads,in trade fair,magazines, photo contests,etc.to the world.
2004-Present-The Present,energetic,young and good looking,flamboyant,workaholic,industrious> Hon.Governor L-Ray Villafuerte who made Cam.Sur well known to the world by creating the 1ST WORLD CLASS Wake Boarding Center CWC) in the Philippines,also developed the gota beach into a world class resort.He aggressively promoted Caramoan to
the world through magazines,newspapers,etc., hosting
of different events & activities such as the French Survivor,Israel survivor series.Caramoan is now attracting a lot of tourist from all over the world and made Camarines Sur as the number one(1) tourist attraction in Bikol because of Him.

TWO(2) DAYS/1 NIGHT TOUR PACKAGE
Here is the Package tours itenerary for two(2) days:
Package A
P5,500 each for a group of 4-5 persons inclusions of …
*round trip land transfer(aircon van from Naga City to Sabang port and vice versa))
*round trip boat transfer(Sabang port to Quijalo port,caramoan and vice versa) ,
*hotel accommodations(rooms with aircon,cable and cr),
*island hopping and a private boat to be used for island hopping,
*3 meals( the menu is seafoods,meat,vegetables-served per person)
*vehicles(jeep/trycyle)to be used for transportation around caramoan
*trained/knowledgeable/service oriented tour guide who will accompany the group and be of service to the group ‘s needs/wants throughout the package terms.

Package B
P5,000 each for a group 6-10 of persons inclusions of of …
*round trip land transfer(aircon van from Naga City to Sabang port and vice versa))
*round trip boat transfer(Sabang port to Quijalo port,caramoan and vice versa) ,
*hotel accommodations(rooms with aircon,cable and cr),
*island hopping and a private boat to be used for island hopping,
*3 meals( the menu is seafoods,meat,vegetables-served per person)
*vehicles(jeep/trycyle)to be used for transportation around caramoan
*trained/knowledgeable/service oriented tour guide who will accompany the groupand be of service to the group ‘s needs/wants throughout the package terms.

Package C
P2,700 each persons for a group of 11-20 persons inclusions of…
*round trip land transfer(aircon van from Naga City to Sabang port and vice versa))
*round trip boat transfer(Sabang port to Quijalo port,caramoan and vice versa) ,
*hotel accommodations(rooms with aircon,cable and cr),
*island hopping and a private boat to be used for island hopping,
*3 meals( the menu is seafoods,meat,vegetables-served per person)
*vehicles(jeep/trycyle)to be used for transportation around caramoan
*trained/knowledgeable/service oriented tour guide who will accompany the groupand be of service to the group ‘s needs/wants throughout the package terms.

ITENERARY
Day 1
6:30 A.M.-Departure Naga City to Sabang Port
8:30 A.M.-Arrival Sabang Port
8:30-9:00A.M.-Rest
9:00 A.M.-Departure Sabang Port to Quijalo port of Caramoan
11:00 A.M.-Arrival Quijalo port
11:10 A.m.-Departure Quijalo to Caramoan Town
11:40 A.M.-Arrival Caramoan town Rex inn Hotel check in
12:00 P.M.-lUNCH
12:30 p.M.-rEST
1:00 P.M.-Departure REX INN to Bikal Bay or Paniman Bay
1:30 P.M.-Arrival Bikal Bay/Paniman Bay
1:40 P.M.-iSLAND Hopping (matukad island)(sabitang laya island)lahus island
5:30 p.M.-Back to Bikal bay/Paniman Bay
7:00 P.M.-Back to rEX iNN HOTEL
7:30 p.m.-Dinner
8:30 P.M.-Rest

Day 2
6:00 A.M.-Wake up call
6:30 A.M.-Breakfast
8:30 A.M.-Departure Rex Inn to Quijalo port
9:00 A.M.-Arrival Quijalo port
9:10 A.M.-Departure Quijalo port to Sabang port
11:00 P.M.-Arrival sABANG port
11:30 p.m.-Departure Sabang port to Naga City
2:00 P.M.-Arrival Naga City
A side trip to deer Farm, mt. Isarog consocep waterfalls and hotspring, cam sur wake boarding Center can be requested after Caramoan and a short trip to naga city for souvenir but wakeboarding fee and lunch and dinner in wakeboarding area and in naga city and entrance at the hot springs is at its own expense.
Home sweet home

THREE(3) DAYS/2 NIGTHS CARAMOAN TOUR
Package A
3 days package of P5,500 for each for a group of 4- 5 persons inclusions of ….
*round trip land transfer(aircon van from Naga City to Sabang port and vice versa))
*round trip boat transfer(Sabang port to Quijalo port,caramoan and vice versa) ,
*hotel accommodations(room with aircon,cable and cr-bed sharing),
*island hopping and a private boat to be used for island hopping,
*6 meals( the menu is seafoods,meat,vegetables-served per person)
*vehicles(jeep/trycyle)to be used for transportation around caramoan
*trained/knowledgeable/service oriented tour guide who will accompany the group and be of service to the group ‘s needs/wants throughout the package terms.
* A side trip to deer Farm, mt. Isarog consocep waterfalls and hotspring, cam sur wake boarding Center can be requested after Caramoan and a short trip to naga city for souvenir but wakeboarding fee and lunch and dinner in wakeboarding area and in naga city and entrance at the hot springs is at its own expense.

Package B
3 days package of P5,300 for each for a group of 6 persons inclusions of …
*round trip land transfer(aircon van from Naga City to Sabang port and vice versa))
*round trip boat transfer(Sabang port to Quijalo port,caramoan and vice versa) ,
*hotel accommodations(rooms with aircon,cable and cr-bed sharing),
*island hopping and a private boat to be used for island hopping,
*6 meals( the menu is seafoods,meat,vegetables-served per person)
*vehicles(jeep/trycyle)to be used for transportation around caramoan
*trained/knowledgeable/service oriented tour guide who will accompany the group and be of service to the group ‘s needs/wants throughout the package terms.
* A side trip to deer Farm, mt. Isarog consocep waterfalls and hotspring, cam sur wake boarding Center can be requested after Caramoan and a short trip to naga city for souvenir but wakeboarding fee and lunch and dinner in wakeboarding area and in naga city and entrance at the hot springs is at its own expense.

Package C
3 days package of P4,900 for each for a group of 7 persons inclusions of …
*round trip land transfer(aircon van from Naga City to Sabang port and vice versa))
*round trip boat transfer(Sabang port to Quijalo port,caramoan and vice versa) ,
*hotel accommodations(rooms with aircon,cable and cr-bed sharing),
*island hopping and a private boat to be used for island hopping,
*6 meals( the menu is seafoods,meat,vegetables-served per person)
*vehicles(jeep/trycyle)to be used for transportation around caramoan
*trained/knowledgeable/service oriented tour guide who will accompany the group and be of service to the group ‘s needs/wants throughout the package terms.
*A side trip to deer Farm, mt. Isarog consocep waterfalls and hotspring, cam sur wake boarding Center can be requested after Caramoan and a short trip to naga city for souvenir but wakeboarding fee and lunch and dinner in wakeboarding area and in naga city and entrance at the hot springs is at its own expense.

Package D
P4,300 each for a group of 8-10 persons inclusions of …
*round trip land transfer(aircon van from Naga City to Sabang port and vice versa))
*round trip boat transfer(Sabang port to Quijalo port,caramoan and vice versa) ,
*hotel accommodations(rooms with aircon,cable and cr-bed sharing),
*island hopping and a private boat to be used for island hopping,
*6 meals( the menu is seafoods,meat,vegetables-served per person)
*vehicles(jeep/trycyle)to be used for transportation around caramoan
*trained/knowledgeable/service oriented tour guide who will accompany the group and be of service to the group ‘s needs/wants throughout the package terms.
* A side trip to deer Farm, mt. Isarog consocep waterfalls and hotspring, cam sur wake boarding Center can be requested after Caramoan and a short trip to naga city for souvenir but wakeboarding fee and lunch and dinner in wakeboarding area and in naga city and entrance at the hot springs is at its own expense.

Package E
P4,000 each for a group of 11-20 persons inclusions of …
*round trip land transfer(aircon van from Naga City to Sabang port and vice versa))
*round trip boat transfer(Sabang port to Quijalo port,caramoan and vice versa) ,
*hotel accommodations(rooms with aircon,cable and cr-bed sharing),
*island hopping and a private boat to be used for island hopping,
*6 meals( the menu is seafoods,meat,vegetables-served per person)
*vehicles(jeep/trycyle)to be used for transportation around caramoan
*trained/knowledgeable/service oriented tour guide who will accompany the groupand be of service to the group ‘s needs/wants throughout the package terms.
*A side trip to deer Farm, mt. Isarog consocep waterfalls and hotspring, cam sur wake boarding Center can be requested after Caramoan and a short trip to naga city for souvenir but wakeboarding fee and lunch and dinner in wakeboarding area and in naga city and entrance at the hot springs is at its own expense.

ITENERARY
Day 1
6:30 A.M.-Departure Naga City to Sabang Port
8:30 A.M.-Arrival Sabang Port
8:30-9:00A.M.-Rest
9:00 A.M.-Departure Sabang Port to Quijalo port of Caramoan
11:00 A.M.-Arrival Quijalo port
11:10 A.m.-Departure Quijalo to Caramoan Town
11:40 A.M.-Arrival Caramoan town Rex inn Hotel check inn
12:00 P.M.-LUNCH
12:30 p.M.-REST
1:00 P.M.-Departure REX INN to Bikal bay/Paniman Bay
1:30 P.M.-Arrival Bikal Bay
1:40 P.M.-iSLAND Hopping(matukad island, lahus island,honogan bay,umang cave)
5:30 p.M.-Back to bikal bay/paniman bay
7:00 P.M.-Back to REX iNN HOTEL
7:30 p.m.-Dinner
8:30 P.M.-Rest

Day 2
5:00 A.M.-Wake up call
5:30 A.M.-Breakfast
6:00 A.M.-Departure bikal to Bikal Bay/paniman bay
6:30 A.M.-Arrival bikal Bay/paniman
7:00 A.M.-Departure by boat from Bikal bay to Tabgon
Visit the Our lady of Peace statue situated
at the top of Mt. Caglago which can be
reached by climbing a hundred stairs but the
the view is simply amazing of panoramic caramoan Penisula.
8:00 A.M.-Arrival Tabgon port
8:10 A.M.-Start climbing to Mt. Caglago
8:30 A.M.-At the top-rest/pray
9:30 A.M.-Start descent
10:00 Departure Brgy. Tabgon to manlawi or gogon(a mile of sand bar which is breathtaking during low tide)
11:30 Arrival manlawi island or gogon(same name)
12:00 Lunch (meal 4)
12:30 Swim, snorkel, explore the sea, etc.
15:30 Departure manlawi island or gogon Island to basud island
16:00 arrival basud
16:30 Swim, snorkel, explore the sea, etc.
17:00 Departure Basud island to Paniman Bay or bikal bay
18:00 Arrival Bikal Bay
18:20 Departure Bikal Bay or paniman bay to Rex Inn
19:00 Arrival Rex Inn
19;30 Dinner (meal 5)
20:30 Rest
DAY 3
6:00 A.M.-Wake up call
6:30 A.M.-Breakfast
8:30 A.M.-Departure Rex Inn to Quijalo port
9:00 A.M.-Arrival Quijalo port
9:10 A.M.-Departure Quijalo port to Sabang port
11:00 P.M.-Arrival sABANG port
10:00 P.M.-Arrival sABANG port
10:30 p.m -Departure Sabang port to Naga City –
A side trip to deer Farm, mt. Isarog consocep waterfalls and hotspring, cam sur wake boarding Center can be requested after Caramoan and a short trip to naga city for souvenir but wakeboarding fee and lunch and dinner in wakeboarding area and in Naga city and entrance at the hot springs is at its own expense.
12:00 p.m.-Lunch in Pili(biggs)(own expense)
1:00 p.m.-Departure Pili to Hotsprings at Mt. Isarog
2:00 p.m.-Arrival Hotsprings
4:00 p.m.-Departure Hotsprings to Naga City
5:00 p.m.Naga Cty for Souvenirs
6:00 p.m end of the tour

Note: Caving at the culapnit cave can be changed at the morning itenerary for the 3rd day ,If requested.
Home sweet home
MENU:
Lunch-bikol express,grilled malasugi(blue marlin)or sweet n sour malasugi, adobo and fruit.
Dinner-Crab or hipon or grilled na pusit or calamaris, laing,porkchop and fruit.
Breakfast-egg, daing, longganisa or tucino, coffee,milk and fruit but can be interchanged because of the availability of the food or recipe in the area.
NOTE:The itenerary is flexible depending on the weather and traffic conditions, capacity or speed of movements of
tourists or participants

Land line 4723305 cellphone 09283807493
RESERVATION AND BOOKING
For reservation, you may deposit the 50% of package cost at the bank account below and the remaining 50% upon arrival in Naga City
· Bank: Metrobank Account name : Account number: (Please request at my cp # or email add)
For your question, you may send an e mail to kadlagan@yahoo.com or call or text me at the cell phone number below.

JOJO Villareal
Land line 4723305 cellphone 09283807493
Kadlagan Outdoor Shop,tour and Services
16 Dimasalang St., Naga City
4400 Philippines

To my readers from Caramoan.

Since I posted this article about a year ago, I’ve been asked by readers from around the world to write more about Caramoan. Most of them are aware that the place is really nice and worth visiting but they want more info.

I will be doing a part2 of the article so that we can help in promoting Caramoan as a topnotch travel destination.

Please send me more information about the recent developments in Caramoan particularly the planned infrastructure development like roads, airport, etc. and when these facilities will be operational.

Also I need a list of accredited resorts, hotels, eating places and other facilities that we can offer. Pictures of tourist attractions and related info will be much appreciated.

Many thanks.

Leo

(Please send info via email to: leosfirm@yahoo.com)

To Clarita, Billy and Jojo,

Many thanks for your inputs. I wish you can help me do part 2 of this article.

Thanks again.

Leo

thanks a lot Leo for promoting our very amazing place.

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thanks to you guys……. now I know where to go next.
the island seems to have an awesome atmosphere…
great…………

Hi,

For those who want to spend vacation in CARAMOAN we offer the following packages:

AVAIL OUR PROMO PACKAGE!!!
(pick-up from Guijalo Port)

2 Days 1 night mInimum of 10 persons and up ———— P1,500

3 DAYS 2 NIGHTS minimum of 10 persons and up———— P2,500

REGULAR RATE @ 2 DAYS 1 NIGHTS

7-9 PERSONS——–P 1,850
3-6 PERSONS——–P 2,200
2 PERSONS———-P 2,500
1 PERSON ———-negotiable

REGULAR RATE @ 3 DAYS 2 NIGHT(per head)

7-9 PERSONS——–P 2,850
3-6 PERSONS——–P 3,200
2 PERSONS———-P 4,300
1 PERSON ———-negotiable

This package includes land transfers, private island hopping boat, tour guide services,entrance fees to locations,and accomodation (hotel.cabanas, or homestays).

For further details please contact us:

Barangay Captain EMILIO VICTOR B. AVILA III

Caramoan Travel And Tours Services DTI permit no.00068685
44 Rea St., Tawog, Caramoan Camarines Sur
cel no. 0920-3039621
E-mail address caramoan@gmail.com
Website http://www.caramoantravel.blogspot.com

Note: Rates may be subject to changes without prior notice.

hi sa gabos n mga caramoanon,may i congratulate u all 4 d improvement uve done,to all my cousin dyan sa caramoan namely archie,marvin,pinky,wen,marlon,bemben and to uncle arthur,aunte cielo,sancho family,mama lani,lola ellen,brother ronel,sister che che and lyn lyn.sa gabos na mga raygon sa gata,magkasararo kmu gabos.ma toltol kmu pagskwla che and lyn.luv u all.to all my batchmates sa gata elem. school sana magkareunion kta.RADARD BOYS mabuhay kta, ang masasabi q lang MAGAYON TALAGA ANG PLACE DYAN!!!!!!! VIVA CARAMOAN, ROLAND RAYGON MOLIN is my nym UR PRIDE.

..roland igwa tlga reunion sa gata elem skul..ganda tlga ng caramoan,,kya lng bkt ang gata wlang video????